SKID STEER RENTAL
IN OWEN SOUND
The ultimate attachment platform — one compact machine that grades, digs, moves and clears with dozens of tools.
244
Models to rent
26
Brands
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Typical day rate
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Size classes
Overview
Renting a Skid steer in Owen Sound
Renting a skid steer in Owen Sound, Ontario gives you the right machine for the job without the capital, maintenance and storage cost of owning one. This page brings together real recommended rates, size classes and the models available across 26 brands, so you can budget accurately and pick the right unit before you send a rental request.
Owen Sound occupies the head of a deep Georgian Bay inlet carved by glacial action through the Niagara Escarpment limestone, creating a natural harbour that made it a major Great Lakes shipping port in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The city is built on limestone karst terrain, where the soluble bedrock has developed sinkholes, caves, and dissolution features over thousands of years, creating ground conditions that require careful geotechnical investigation before any significant construction. The Sydenham River flows through the city to the bay, and its valley has cut through the limestone to create the steep-sided canyon scenery of Inglis Falls Conservation Area. Contractors working in Owen Sound must be alert to karst hazards, where foundation investigations can reveal unexpected subsurface voids that require grouting, bridging, or foundation redesign. Owen Sound is one of the snowiest cities in Canada, receiving extraordinary lake effect snowfall from Georgian Bay that can accumulate over a metre within a single event during the November to January storm season. This creates one of Ontario's most intensive snow removal and road maintenance equipment markets, with graders, plows, and snow blowers in constant demand from October through April. The Bruce Peninsula gateway position makes Owen Sound a service and staging hub for construction and infrastructure projects extending north through Bruce and Grey counties. Shipping port infrastructure, waterfront redevelopment, and the renewal of the downtown core's heritage commercial buildings are ongoing construction priorities.
Skid steers (and their tracked cousins, compact track loaders) are rated by operating capacity and horsepower, but their real value is the attachment ecosystem — buckets, forks, augers, breakers, mulchers, grapples, brooms and more turn one machine into a whole fleet.
Quick answer
Renting a skid steer in Owen Sound, Ontario typically costs $180–$900 per day, or from $720 per week and $1,945 per month. Longer rentals lower the effective day rate; delivery, operator and insurance are quoted separately.
SKID STEER RENTAL RATES
Recommended market rates in CAD, from the HeavyRentals rate engine.
| Period | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per day | $180 | $400 | $900 |
| Per week | $720 | $1,580 | $3,500 |
| Per month | $1,945 | $4,750 | $10,500 |
SKID STEER SIZE CLASSES
Compact (up to 66 HP)
86 units tracked. Day rates $180–$505, weekly from $720. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
Mid-size (66–84 HP)
80 units tracked. Day rates $280–$530, weekly from $1,105. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
Large (84+ HP)
80 units tracked. Day rates $340–$900, weekly from $1,360. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
WHAT A SKID STEER IS USED FOR
Choose wheeled skid steers for hard surfaces, speed and lower cost; choose compact track loaders for soft, wet or sloped ground where flotation and traction matter. Confirm the machine's hydraulic flow (standard vs high-flow) matches any powered attachment you plan to run, and ask what attachments the owner can include.
TOP SKID STEER MODELS
Popular models by recommended day rate — click for full specs.
| Model | HP | Weight | Day rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manitou 3300VT | 175 HP | 47,000 lb | $900 |
| Manitou 2150RT | 155 HP | 38,500 lb | $800 |
| Manitou 4050 | 116 HP | 17,500 lb | $760 |
| Caterpillar 297D3 | 116 HP | 11,500 lb | $710 |
| Caterpillar 299D3 | 116 HP | 11,200 lb | $700 |
| Bobcat S850 | 116 HP | 11,200 lb | $700 |
| Caterpillar 287D3 | 116 HP | 10,500 lb | $660 |
| Caterpillar 289D3 | 116 HP | 10,100 lb | $650 |
| CASE SV340B | 116 HP | 12,800 lb | $640 |
| CASE SV340 | 116 HP | 12,500 lb | $635 |
| Bobcat S770 | 110 HP | 9,900 lb | $630 |
| Komatsu SK1036-5 | 117 HP | 12,800 lb | $630 |
| Volvo CE MC135C | 130 HP | 12,200 lb | $630 |
| Manitou 2850RT | 90 HP | 14,200 lb | $625 |
| Caterpillar 279D3 | 100 HP | 9,700 lb | $620 |
| Caterpillar 272D3 | 116 HP | 9,200 lb | $600 |
| JCB 330 | 99 HP | 10,200 lb | $600 |
| Bobcat S86 | 116 HP | 10,200 lb | $600 |
| Manitou 1840R | 129 HP | 30,000 lb | $600 |
| Manitou 2050ST | 129 HP | 32,000 lb | $600 |
HOW RENTING WORKS
Compare & request
Browse models and rates, then send a dated rental request. Your contact details stay private.
Owner confirms
The owner confirms availability, dates and final price — plus any delivery, operator or insurance you asked to quote.
E-sign the contract
Both parties e-sign a binding contract in-platform; only then are contacts shared and the machine reserved.
Work & return
Use the machine, then both parties confirm the return and leave a review — building on-platform reputation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does it cost to rent a Skid steer in Owen Sound, Ontario?
Day rates for a Skid steer run about $180–$900 in Owen Sound, Ontario, with a typical rate near $400/day, weekly from $720 and monthly from $1,945. Owners set final pricing based on size, age and how long you need it; delivery and an operator are usually quoted separately.
Can I get a Skid steer delivered in Owen Sound, Ontario?
Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Owen Sound, Ontario for a fee based on distance, and you can request a delivery quote right inside your rental request so it's confirmed before you commit.
Do I need an operator to rent a Skid steer in Owen Sound, Ontario?
You can rent bare (operate it yourself) or request a certified operator with your rental. For larger machines an operator is common; either way, everything is arranged and priced on-platform before the contract is signed.
How many Skid steer models are available to rent?
Our catalog covers 244 Skid steer models across 26 manufacturers, so you can compare specs and rates and pick the right size class for your Owen Sound, Ontario project before you reach out.
What's the minimum rental period for a Skid steer?
Most owners rent by the day, week or month with a minimum period (often 1–3 days). For projects longer than a few days, ask for a weekly or monthly rate — the effective day rate drops significantly.